Nikon L610 vs Nikon P600

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon L610 vs Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the P600 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L610 was introduced 18 months earlier than the P600 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the L610 scores versus the P600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L610 has external dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the L610 compared to the P600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and P600 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and P600.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged L610 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.